One of the elements driving groups toward their goals; the rewards and punishments faced by group members.

One of the elements driving groups toward their goals; the specific tasks and responsibilities incurred by each member of a group.

Power given to a person based solely on likability and often involves attraction.

Groups in which members provide emotional support to help each other achieve goals.

The willingness to participate and perform required activities.

When conflict emerges among members causing deterioration or dissolution.

A common cause of group breakdown which occurs when there is a failure of leadership.

Leadership style offering little guidance to group members, expecting them to make decisions on their own.

Cohesion binding groups accomplishing separate tasks but which are reliant upon each other to reach an ultimate goal.

Phenomenon resulting when voices within a group are suppressed because of pressure from others.

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